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Become Knowledgeable By Using A Herb Directory

By Eugenia Dickerson


When someone has a health problem, they will do almost anything to find some relief. By researching a herb directory, they may find solutions to their problems, as herbs have been proven to help alleviate a great number of conditions. These types of plants are known as healing herbs, and are a very healthy alternative to pharmaceutical medications. People who want to avoid the side-effects of conventional medicines could try using herbs instead.

The Aloe Vera plant provides Aloe that is very effective in treatment and is readily available. It is a component of most products today and works well for treatment of many skill infections such as ulcers, eczema, sunburn and canker sores. Most people use ginger at home without knowing that it is a treatment option. It works well for problems such as congestion, flu and stomach upset.

In fact, several herbs are used to sooth stomach problems. Chamomile, as well as lemon balm and fennel, are all good for difficulties with digestion, and fennel is particularly good for pregnant mothers suffering from morning sickness. Cramping and nausea is soothed with fennel as well. Furthermore, it is harmless to children, and can be used for colicky babies, throat infections and pink eye.

The list of herbs and all the things that they are good for goes on and on. Nature has perhaps provided us with all the tools we need to heal ourselves. In addition, herbs are not only good for medicinal purposes, but for our food as well. If you can take a little time to learn how to cook with herbs and spices, you will be sure to impress your family, or any dinner guest.

Vegetables in particular are made so much more tasty with a few additions. Basil is one of the most commonly used herbs for vegetables and meals in general, and there are over forty varieties from which to choose. Sweet basil, however, is most popular. Basil is used best when it is added to hot dishes just as they are ready to be served, and are excellent with eggplant and zucchini.

The mint family of herbs includes both rosemary and sage, of which sage is a very popular plant used in homes in the United States of America. Parsley is a favorite with many types of vegetables and is usually finely copped before it is added to food. Rosemary is also commonly used with garlic.

While most of the common herbs and spices delicious with meals are sold in grocery stores, even better cooking results can be achieved by using freshly grown herbs. If you have some time and space, start your own small garden of herbs, and help yourself when they are needed. Seeds can be grown in flowerbeds or in pots, and on the packet there are usually detailed instructions.

If you don't know so much about herbs, you get yourself a herb directory. In some parts of the country, there are even herb walks, led by herbal experts. They will teach you how to find and recognize plants, and their best uses.




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